契約
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Noun meaning a formal agreement or contract. Used in legal and business contexts, e.g., 『契約を結ぶ』 (keiyaku o musubu, 'to make a contract').
Theme
In a business meeting, User and their colleague Tanaka discuss a new project and the need to formalize agreements.
契約
けいやく
contract
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Imagine signing a 'key' (契約 keiyaku sounds like 'key-yaku') to unlock a deal — a contract seals the agreement! 'Key-yaku' → 契約 (keiyaku, 'contract').
Cultural Note
In Japan, contracts are often formal and detailed, especially in business. Signing ceremonies may involve exchanging documents and using personal seals called 『判子』 (hanko, 'seal') instead of signatures.
Forms
Base: 契約Noun meaning a formal agreement or contract. Used in legal and business contexts, e.g., 『契約を結ぶ』 (keiyaku o musubu, 'to make a contract').